Malla Dabhar - Ranikhet, Almora
Malla Dabhar is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Malla Damar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malla Dabhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malla Dabhar is 052370. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.14 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Malla Dabhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malla Dabhar
As per Census 2011, Malla Dabhar village has a total population of 242 people, consisting of 116 males and 126 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malla Dabhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 116 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 18 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Malla Dabhar
Malla Dabhar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Malla Dabhar
Public transport in the Malla Dabhar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Malla Dabhar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Malla Dabhar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malla Dabhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malla Dabhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malla Dabhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malla Dabhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malla Dabhar
Where is Malla Dabhar located?
Malla Dabhar village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malla Dabhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Malla Dabhar is Malla Damar.
What is the pincode of Malla Dabhar?
The pincode of Malla Dabhar is 263663.
What is the population of Malla Dabhar?
Malla Dabhar has a total population of 242, including 116 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Malla Dabhar?
There are 40 households in Malla Dabhar.
What is the literacy rate in Malla Dabhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malla Dabhar is 79.34%. Male literacy is 84.48% and female literacy is 74.60%.